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Archive for April, 2011
14
Apr
2011
Posted by The Revolve Tour
He’s Ready & Waiting Right Now
There’s a certain sick feeling that comes after you’ve done something you shouldn’t have done. Maybe it’s dread or anger or guilt or shame or all of the above—and more—rolled into one big downer of depressing disgust.
But all you want to do is hide from God, to wait until the feeling passes, to go listen to some music or watch some TV and let your mind just go to mush. That’s too bad, because Jesus is just waiting for you to call for help. He’s waiting to pick you up with one nail-scarred hand, and hold the other one out before his Father—to show that the price has been paid, the debt has been canceled, the way of forgiveness has been paved with cleansing blood.
That’s what an Advocate does. He’s our counsel for the defense. Call him up. He’s ready and waiting right now.
My dear children, I write this letter to you so you will not sin. But if anyone does sin, we have a helper in the presence of the Father—Jesus Christ, the One who does what is right. 1 John 2:1 NCV
Excerpted from Revolve: The Complete New Testament. © 2003 by Thomas Nelson, Inc. The Holy Bible, New Century Version. © 1987, 1988, 1991 by Word Publishing, a division of Thomas Nelson, Inc. Used with permission. All rights reserved.
13
Apr
2011
Posted by The Revolve Tour
Where Are You? Wednesday!
Where are YOU today? Download one of our speech bubbles and take a picture of what you’re up to today, then upload your pic to our Facebook page!
12
Apr
2011
Posted by Jenna Lucado Bishop
Time To Train!!
“For physical training is of some value, but godliness has value for all things, holding promise for both the present life and the life to come.” — 1 Timothy 4:8
So last summer I went on a vacation to Greece with my hubby. It was spectacular! During the trip we stopped in the town of Olympia, famous for… hmmm… what’s that big event we do every 4 years? Oh yeah, the Olympics.
We got to walk around the old ruins and see where the original Olympics were held, where the athletes trained and raced.
If you haven’t already felt it yet, I have a hunch that you are hitting a weary season. Spring Break is over for a lot of you guys, but summer is still far enough away, that you aren’t home-free quite yet. Are you tired these days? Tired of school? Tired of family? Tired of friends?
I know when I’m tired or stressed, one of the first things I overlook is my relationship with God. I’m too busy! And this whole spending time with God thing takes up time I don’t have. Or maybe I’m just too lazy to sit down and read the Bible or pray to Him. The Bible actually says that our relationship with God takes work. It takes “training.” But sometimes I’m just too tired to spiritually train.
Feeling a little sluggish in your spiritual race?
Then, check out this video from my time in Greece.
I want to encourage you to keep training in your walk with God. Keep pursuing Him. I know you are tired. I know doubts pop up, problems surround you. But if you keep training in God, by reading your Bible, hanging out with Christian friends, talking to God… then before you know it, you will find your heart loving God more, resting in Him more, experiencing peace more and joy more.
Kinda like when you train for sports. If you keep training even when it’s hard—running, lifting weights… then before you know it, you are doing 30 push-ups instead of 10, running 3 miles instead of 1, and the sport you are training for becomes easier, more natural.
I know you are tired and weary, but it’s the training that makes the run easier.
Keep it up girl!
11
Apr
2011
Posted by The Revolve Tour
Top 5 Things To Do in Ontario, CA This Weekend After The Revolve Tour!
Get ready, Ontario, CA!! We’re headed your way! To make sure you have the most fun possible in and out of Revolve, we’ve put together a little list of the Top 5 Things to Do In & Around Ontario. Please add other suggestions of fun things to see around Ontario in the comments. We’ve love to hear from you.
1. 21 Choices Yogurt
2. Victoria Gardens Mall
3. Old Town Claremont
4. Vince’s Spaghetti
5. Claremont Museum of Art
While we’re on the subject of Ontario Revolve, would you join us in praying for the event? We are asking God to do mighty things in the minds and hearts of every girl that steps into the arena.
Thank you for all that you’ve done to help The Revolve Tour become a reality. We can’t wait to see you!! Please pray with us and remember, as said in our theme verse, “God can do anything!” — Luke 1:37 NCV
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08
Apr
2011
Posted by The Revolve Tour
Thank you for an incredible Revolve Tour season!
Hard to believe the 2011 Revolve Tour season is almost over. ‘Dream On’ has been a whirlwind of music, dancing, inspiring messages, good friends, laughter, new beginnings and a few tears.
Here’s some good news! Even though it’s almost over, we want to collect memories from all of you! Please share any photos, memories, funny stories, things you learned while at Revolve, etc. Please post to our facebook page or leave your stories in the comments section. We’re going to collect all of these for a special end of the season blog post made up entirely of your thoughts and photos. We can’t wait to hear from you!
Would you please join us in praying for the last ‘Dream On’ event in Ontario, CA? Also, please pray for every girl that attended a Revolve Tour event this year. We know many of you made life changing decisions and our hope is that you keep focused in the months to come on what the Lord has been teaching you.
We love you! Thank you for an incredible season. We couldn’t have done it without you.
07
Apr
2011
Posted by The Revolve Tour
Talk to God
One of the most basic truths about our faith is that we need to have an active prayer life. Imagine trying to be close friends with someone you only speak to once a year. It wouldn’t work! The same applies to God. If we don’t talk to God, we won’t know him. And if you don’t know him, how can you have a relationship with him?
So once you get into the habit of setting aside time for prayer, spend part of that time praying for other people. Your relationship with God isn’t just about your—it’s about God using you for his glory, and that usually means sharing your life with other people. Ask God what your friends and family need, and then ask if you can help them in any way. And be thankful for the freedom to pray and help others.
First, I tell you to pray for all people, asking God for what they need and being thankful to him. 1 Timothy 2:1 NCV
Excerpted from Revolve: The Complete New Testament. © 2010 by Thomas Nelson, Inc. The Holy Bible, New Century Version. © 2009 by Thomas Nelson, Inc. Used with permission. All rights reserved.
06
Apr
2011
Posted by The Revolve Tour
Where Are You? Wednesday!
Where are YOU today? Download one of our speech bubbles and take a picture of what you’re up to today, then upload your pic to our Facebook page!
06
Apr
2011
Posted by Jenna Lucado Bishop
Jenna’s Narnia Memories
“I have a hunch that I am not the only one who, as a child, slowly cracked open every closet door in the house, hoping to stumble upon the magical world of Narnia.
Growing up, my two sisters and I would hurriedly shower, brush our teeth and throw on our pajamas knowing that our favorite time of day was minutes away. With just-wet hair, inside-out nightgowns and remnants of toothpaste still on our lips, we would race down the hall and bounce onto mom and dad’s big bed to hear another chapter unveiled from C.S. Lewis’, The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe.
I don’t know of another story that is filled with as much whimsy as it is truth. Every boy and girl needs the tale of Narnia tucked deep down in their heart, so that when this world feels too dark, he or she will remember that goodness still wins, love still conquers and the Lion is coming back.”
— Jenna Lucado Bishop
Did you know we’re giving away The Voyage of the Dawn Treader DVD, a movie night snack pack, and an official movie poster? Click here to enter for your chance to win!
05
Apr
2011
Posted by Courtney Clark Cleveland
God, where are you?
“GOD, WHERE ARE YOU?!?!!!!!!!”
Do you ever want to scream that?
I do.
In fact, I did this past weekend.
Sometimes I get frustrated that I can’t just text God and get an answer.
But I’m beginning to wonder if He is sometimes sending me little “text messages” all the time.
The question is – am I paying attention?
Its okay to vent and scream. God can handle it.
But when I get it all out and take a deep breath, do I try to see Him answer or do I stay stuck on my circumstances?
I spent a day in New York City this past weekend and came across a man making a beautiful and colorful piece of art on the sidewalk.
Okay thats cool. Its super pretty.
But if you lean in closer – he’s using sand.
SAND, people!
Just sand laying on concrete. Nothing there to make it permanent.
Just beauty for the people who happened to walk by that day get to enjoy it.
I asked the artist if anyone ever walked over it while he was working.
He told me – at least 50 people a day who aren’t paying attention.
Am I paying attention?
What beauty is God creating around me – just for me, just for you – to show us that He loves us that we just walk on by or walk right over because we’re distracted?
I’m going to try whispering “God, where are you?” each morning and see what beauty, what love from Him that appears – in sand art, in blooming flowers, in hugs from friends – the possibilities are endless! His love is endless! And its all for you and me.
Will you try whispering with me this week?
Tell me what you see.
I’d love to hear it.
